Menu

Bonfire night: Where to catch the fireworks in and around Preston

Posted on - 3rd November, 2011 - 10:55am | Author - | Posted in - Things to Do in and around Preston, What's On in Preston

Advertisement

Looking for Preston firework displays in 2013? See our guide to Bonfire Night for 2013

Hot on the heels of  Halloween, this weekend sees the celebration of Guy Fawkes Night on the 5th of November. Across Lancashire there are lots of planned bonfires and firework displays taking place, which are great fun for everyone.

Advertisements
Preston Weekender advert

I’ve grouped together the displays taking place across Lancashire on a map below, so you can scroll to the bottom of the post to see your nearest firework display. If you know of any that I’ve missed then get in touch and I’ll add it to the map.

Preston

As always, the Preston Grasshoppers bonfire and firework night returns for another year. Tickets are £4 per person in advance, £5 on the night. Families (2 adults, 2 children) can buy a family ticket in advance for £12 or on the night for £15. Gates open at 6pm, bonfire is lit at 7pm and fireworks are at 8pm.

Advertisements

Lancaster 

There are a number of activities planned before the evening event, including including guided walks, storytelling, arts and crafts and lantern making workshops.

All those taking part in the lantern making will be invited to join a procession from the city centre to St. George’s Quay to mark the start of the evening’s firework festivities. Activities take place throughout the day from 10 am but fireworks begin at 8pm. You can find a full schedule of the day on the Lancaster Council website.

Blackpool 

Taking place at Blackpool Cricket Club, who are once again hosting their annual bonfire and firework display. A fairground and refreshments are included. Bar and gates open at 5:30pm, bonfire lit at 7:30pm, and the fireworks begin at 8pm.

Clitheroe

Clitheroe will see a firework display and laser show in the grounds of the castle, in the event which is organised by the Rotary Club.

As well as the bonfire and firework display, there will be a hog roast and other hot snacks available. You’re advised to arrive around 6:30pm to see the laser show.

Blackburn

Organised by Blackburn Lions and the Rotary Club, Witton Park will see fairground rides, a bonfire and fireworks as well as entertainment provided by Bee Radio. Visitors are asked to make a £1 donation to local charities. Fairground rides available from 6 pm, bonfire lit at 7.30pm, fireworks begin at 8pm.

Longton

Free event at Longton Victory Memorial Park. Bonfire lit at 6:30pm and firework display begins at 7pm.

Halsall

Unlike other events, this bonfire night is on Friday 4 November. It takes place at Halsall St Cuthbert’s School and gates open at 5:30pm. Admission is £5 for adults, £2 for students and free for children. Live music, barbecue and hot drinks.

Ormskirk

Advertisements
caritas fostering advert

Gates for the event at Ormskirk Cricket Club open at 6pm. Includes a bonfire, fireworks and barbecue.

Southport

This event is organised by Southport Hesketh Round Table and will take place at Victoria Park, Sefton. All donations will go to Help The Heroes, admission is £7 for adults and £3 for children aged five to 14 years. Gates open at 5pm, bonfire is lit at 6:30pm and the fireworks display takes place at 8pm.


View Firework displays in Lancashire in a larger map

Photo by Verpletterend on Flickr

Share
Advertisements
caritas fostering advert
Preston in pictures Mother & LambFishergateThe Spud Brothers Preston21-23 Lord street PrestonPreston Railway StationPreston Railway StationCannon Street in PrestonPreston Bus Station: A Brutalist Icon View more Advertisement Subscribe to the newsletter

Sign up below to receive Blog Preston's email newsletter. It wings its way into inboxes every Sunday and Wednesday rounding up our top stories and more.

Advertisement News by location

Find news by location, select an area of your choice to be kept up to date with the latest goings on.

The Preston Guide

Discover local businesses and services near you.

    Advertisements
Advertisement Categories

Find news by category, select an category of your choice to be kept up to date with the latest goings on.

Blog Preston email updates

Receive our digest of the biggest and best stories every Sunday to your email inbox

We respect your privacy and you can unsubscribe at any time from our emails